由 lltx1822 Israel’s Ministry of Health (MOH) regulates e-cigarettes under the Tobacco Products Law, 1983. Nicotine-containing e-cigarettes are legal but require MOH approval, while non-nicotine devices are allowed with safety certifications.
Approval for nicotine e-cigarettes involves submitting clinical data on safety and efficacy, a process taking 6–12 months. E-liquids must have a maximum nicotine concentration of 20mg/ml, and labels must be in Hebrew, with warnings like “ניקוטין מטמיע תלות” (Nicotine is addictive).
Transportation rules for batteries follow ICAO standards for air freight. Each package must include a declaration of battery type and quantity, and lithium batteries must be under 100Wh. Sea freight requires compliance with IMO regulations, including proper stowage to prevent short circuits.
Customs clearance needs include the MOH approval certificate, a commercial invoice in Hebrew/English, and a packing list. Israel imposes 17% VAT on e-cigarettes, plus a customs duty of 12%. Note that Israel bans e-cigarette advertising, so avoid including promotional materials in shipments.